Blanche when asked if he’s Trump’s friend: ‘I’m his lawyer — was his lawyer’

During his confirmation hearing for acting attorney general, Todd Blanche clarified his relationship with President Trump when asked if they were friends. Blanche, who had a brief slip-up, emphasized that he is currently the deputy attorney general and previously served as Trump's lawyer. This exchange highlights the complexities in distinguishing professional roles from personal relationships, especially in high-profile government positions. Such distinctions are crucial in maintaining public trust in the impartiality of the justice system.